I am so excited after a long day at work and then 3 hrs of class, I came home to a letter from my insurance company stating they approving the surgery. I am so excited but equally nervous! I want to make the best decision for myself and to be a great role model for my kids. Hoping to make my pre-op appointment tomorrow. Please keep your fingers crossed for me

I got my approval today also! Feeling about the same - super excited but also nervous. I am more excited though... I am just so ready to start this new chapter in my life. Congrats to you! Any idea what your surgery date will be?

good luck to you both!

I am hoping within the next 2 weeks. Today I am going to call to set up my pre-op appt. I have my surgical clearance and all lab work done. I know I can't wait to start this chapter as well. I am looking forward to shopping in regular stores again and for seats not to feel so small. When do you think you may have surgery

Congrats! I got my approval on Friday after being declined once a week earlier w/ my ins co looking for some add'l paperwork. i was hoping to get my date scheduled right away, but it looks like it'll be at least a week before the scheduler calls me (vacation) and then my surgeon will be on vaca - so probably looking at a July date.

I have my preop appt on the 12th (next week!) and my surgery is on the 17th!!!

Congrats and good luck to all it's an awesome journey I didn't say easy but well worth the fight good luck

I am going to an informational session at Lahey Clinic on Monday...I am hoping my insurance will cover the surgery... I have Medicare and Anthem BC/BS. Are there any tips as to how to get insurance to cover? I really don't have other health issues. mojaleski

I got my approval today also! Feeling about the same - super excited but also nervous. I am more excited though... I am just so ready to start this new chapter in my life. Congrats to you! Any idea what your surgery date will be?

Congrats still don't know my surgery date yet???žso looking forward to a new chapter and healthier life

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Congrats and good luck. Keep us posted on when your surgery date is

I have my preop appt on the 12th (next week!) and my surgery is on the 17th!!!

That is great. I am hoping to hear something soon

I am going to an informational session at Lahey Clinic on Monday...I am hoping my insurance will cover the surgery... I have Medicare and Anthem BC/BS. Are there any tips as to how to get insurance to cover? I really don't have other health issues. mojaleski

As long as your BMI is 40 then you should be good